Is This a Learning Disability or Is This Childhood Trauma?

Literacy Talks: The Latest Podcast from Reading Horizons

If you've enjoyed the past six seasons of Podclassed, you will love the latest podcast series from Reading Horizons, Literacy Talks [https://readinghorizons.com/literacytalks]. Tune in today!

Adapting Classroom Practices to Reflect Recent Reading Research

Paul Black, M.Ed, Ed.S., NCSP, a school psychologist and literacy consultant, joins Laura Axtell, M.Ed., to close season 6 of Podclassed with a discussion about recent reading research. The discussion covers the difference between evidence-based and research-based reading programs, phonemic awareness and sound-letter correspondence, and the impact of teacher training in the science of reading. By incorporating the most up-to-date research in the classroom, teachers can help to prevent the social-emotional challenges that are often faced by students when reading problems aren't properly addressed.

Tuning In to the Social-Emotional Needs of College Students and Adults With Dyslexia

Dr. Barbara Wirostko and Donell Pons, M.Ed, MAT, join Laura Axtell to discuss the social-emotional and academic needs of college students and adult learners with dyslexia. The discussion focuses on both what did and didn't work for these students over the course of the pandemic and how we can take these lessons into the future.

Is This a Learning Disability or Is This Childhood Trauma?

Dr. Ivy Bonk joins Laura Axtell on Podclassed as they discuss the impact of childhood trauma on student learning. Dr. Bonk began her research when she realized many students who were being referred for Special Education services, didn't truly have a learning disability. Rather, they were struggling in school due to traumatic experiences. This episode includes how you can recognize trauma, what educators can do, and what systemic supports are needed to make a difference for these students.

Using Positive Psychology to Reduce Educator Stress and Burnout

Carrie Drake Saunderson, MA, joins the host of Podclassed, Laura Axtell, M.Ed., to discuss how educators can utilize principles of positive psychology to reduce stress and burnout. Topics include: sources of stress for educators, adaptability, the importance of simple routines and habits, the pillars of wellness, and reframing stress. To learn more from Carrie, visit readinghorizons.com/sel to view the recordings of previous webinars and to register for upcoming webinar sessions on this topic.